Bermuda District News

Northern Jefferson Davis Special Area Plan

The Chesterfield County Planning Commission approved the Northern Jefferson Davis Special Area Plan at its meeting Feb. 20. The plan will now be heard by the Board of Supervisors, along with the Planning Commission’s recommendations regarding implementation of the plan, including developing a steering committee to guide the process. Read the plan at www.chesterfield.gov/jeffdavis.

Devon USA To Build Industrial Building

Devon USA recently announced the construction of an industrial building of up to 500,000-square-feet on its site in the James River Logistics Center located on Bellwood Road. This project will be a state-of-the-art warehouse, identical in size and scope to the building developed by Devon in 2017 at Enterchange at Northlake in Ashland and leased by Amazon.com. The county’s Economic Development Department is assisting in the site plan and permitting processes and will also assist in marketing the new building to potential users when completed.

Community Budget Meetings Set

To continue engaging with citizens about the budget process, Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors members and county staff are hosting community meetings among the county's magisterial districts. The meetings are part of the county's Blueprint Chesterfield initiative, which began as a way for citizens to learn the county's budget process while helping the county define priorities moving forward.

2018 Budget Calendar

It's budget season in Chesterfield County! Here are some key dates to keep in mind. Community meetings about the budget will be held in March. Keep an eye on blueprint.chesterfield.gov/fy2019-budget/ for updated information.Feb. 28 -Board of Supervisors work session presentation on the fiscal year 2019 revenue outlook, presentation of approved FY19 school division budget and proposed FY19 utilities budget March 14 - Board of Supervisors afternoon work session to review proposed FY19 budgetMarch 15-27 - Community meetings held to review and discuss the proposed FY19 budgetMarch 28 -Board of Supervisors evening session, FY2019 budget public hearingsApril 11 - Board of Supervisors adopts FY19 Capital ImprovementPlan and budget

Proposed Capital Improvement Plan Presented at BOS Meeting

At the Jan. 24 Board of Supervisors meeting, a work session on the proposed Capital Improvement Program, or CIP, was held. The CIP encompasses a five-year period, FY2019-2023, and proposes funding for new facilities, renovations and expansions of existing facilities, transportation and technology projects. The proposed CIP sets forth a plan for the acquisition, development, enhancement or replacement of public facilities to serve county residents as guided by the adopted Public Facilities Plan. A public hearing on the CIP is scheduled for March 28.Click image to view CIP PowerPoint.

Cooperative Extension Has Moved!

Chesterfield County's Virginia Cooperative Extension Office has moved to a new location. The office is now in the newly renovated space adjacent to the Central Library, which is still under renovation. The Extension Officeis easily accessible via its own entrance. The new space is larger and offers more opportunities to serve customers. The enhanced Master Gardener's helpdesk invites residentsto ask questions and find resources, while a demonstration kitchen is home to classes and programs that promote healthy eating.For more information, visit http://www.chesterfield.gov/extension.

Chesterfield Unsolved

Chesterfield County Policeneed your assistance to solve a cold case. Do you know what happened to Damion West? On July 9, 2009, Damion L. West was killed in the 4800 block of Burnt Oak Drive. The case has not been solved. Police hope a new video will help generate more clues.If you have information on this case, please contactChesterfield County Policeat 804-748-1268 or leave an anonymous tip atwww.p3tips.com/699.

Don't be an Accidental Drug Dealer

Sixty-one percent of people aged 12 and older who misuse prescription pain relievers get them from a friend or family member. That's why it is so important to dispose of unwanted medications. Free drug-deactivation pouches are available at numerous locations in Chesterfield County. When mixed with water, these pouches safely dispose of up to 45 pill tablets, 6 ounces of liquid or six patches that can then be disposed of in the trash.

Chesterfield Launches Training for Opioid Overdoses

In an effort to prevent fatal opioid overdoses, Chesterfield County has launched a program to provide training and distribute a free medication, naloxone (also known as NARCAN®), in the community. During the 1.5-hour trainings, participants learn how to administer naloxone and about resources available in the community. Go to www.chesterfield.gov/revivefor more information, and to sign up for a training.

New Mural for Kids, Designed by Teens, at Chester Library

All aboard! Check out the new train mural, featuring literary characters to delight children of all ages, at the Chester Library. The mural was designed and painted by members of the Chester Teen Art Club (pictured) and was unveiled during A Taste of Art.

Friendly Phone Calls Keep Seniors Connected, Safe

The Chesterfield County Senior Advocate's Telephone Reassurance Program is seeking seniors in the community to receive friendly phone calls from volunteers. Volunteers receive training and make their calls from the Senior Advocate's office four days a week. Seniors can receive calls two, three or four days. Volunteers provide moral support through telephone check-ins to make sure a senior is okay. They will not solve problems, but will provide a listening ear. These calls offer increased socialization, as well as safety checks, and give lonely, isolated individuals something to look forward to. Seniors who would like to receive calls must fill out an application listing their contact information and other details. For more information about this free program, call 768-7878 or email senioradvocate@chesterfield.gov.

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